INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH AND PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH
Antibacterial Activity of the Leaf and Bark Extracts of Anacardium Occidental on Selected Pathogenic Microorganisms
The increasing prevalence of antibiotic resistance necessitates exploring alternative therapeutic options, such as medicinal plants. This study investigates the antibacterial activity of methanolic and ethanolic extracts of Anacardium occidentale (cashew) leaves and bark against selected pathogenic microorganisms, including Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Candida albicans. The phytochemical screening revealed the presence of bioactive compounds like phenolics, flavonoids, and saponins, which cont …